Which statement indicates a parent correctly understands management of lactose intolerance in children?

The statement about offering yogurt with probiotics as a snack reflects a solid understanding of managing lactose intolerance in children. Yogurt often contains live cultures that can help break down lactose, making it easier for children with lactose intolerance to digest. Additionally, many individuals who are lactose intolerant can tolerate yogurt better than other dairy products due to these beneficial bacteria. This option highlights an approach that allows for the inclusion of certain dairy foods that may still be manageable for the child while providing nutritional benefits.

In contrast, complete avoidance of all dairy products can be unnecessarily restrictive and may lead to deficiencies in calcium and other important nutrients unless carefully managed. While some children indeed cannot tolerate any lactose, others may find they can manage small amounts or specific dairy products. Offering cheese is often mentioned as a possibility because some types of cheese are lower in lactose, but it still requires individual assessment of tolerance, which is why that statement is less universally accurate. The idea of drinking regular milk in small amounts can lead to discomfort or gastrointestinal issues for many children with lactose intolerance, making it a less effective management strategy.